Vice President, Head of Oncology Sales
Novartis
August 23, 2026
Full-time
Remote
Worldwide
Sales
Role: Vice President, Head of Sales – Oncology, responsible for developing and executing the U.S. oncology sales strategy to drive portfolio performance and organizational excellence. Responsibilities include building and leading a high-performing, collaborative sales team; guiding them through evolving market dynamics and product launches; developing strategic portfolio and go-to-market plans; fostering an inclusive, patient-centered culture; partnering with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Medical, Market Access); leveraging market insights and data; and managing resource planning and operational performance. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; 12+ years in commercial pharma, biotech, or complex sales environments with leadership experience in specialty therapeutic areas; proven success in product launches, market access, and managing large, dispersed teams; strong analytical, strategic, and financial acumen; experience navigating the US payer landscape and healthcare models. Preferred: Advanced degree (MBA, PharmD, PhD), experience in Oncology or Hematology, expertise in customer engagement and digital analytics, and experience in complex, matrix organizations. High-Value Details: Focus on oncology, specialty therapies, complex sales channels, and market access; role involves significant cross-functional collaboration; remote work with 60-80% travel. Compensation ranges from $274,400 to $509,600 plus performance incentives and benefits.